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Empire Strikes Back R2-D2 Switcheroo — Carded Quality-Control Sample

YEAR UNKNOWN · Switcheroo

Surviving carded quality-control sample documenting a later development/production-control stage of the R2-D2 Switcheroo.

Development OriginUSA

Developer / LicenseeKenner

Development PeriodUnknown

Research ConfidenceHigh

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Development storyEmpire Strikes Back R2-D2 Switcheroo — Carded Quality-Control Sample tells the story of Kenner deciding not just what the toy would be, but how the public would first encounter it. Pre-production cards, mock-ups and sample packages were working presentation pieces used to test graphics, names, blister placement, construction and retail impact before mass production. Surviving carded quality-control sample documenting a later development/production-control stage of the R2-D2 Switcheroo. Late development /…

How to identify itCarded quality-control sample for the ESB R2-D2 Switcheroo. Late development / production-control sample rather than normal retail stock.

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Surviving evidenceDocumented quality control sample · At least one carded QC sample is documented.

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